Rufus Wainwright

Celebration is going to perform at Occupy Baltimore November 12.

After organizers sought support from local celebrities and artists, the band is the first to agree to perform at the encampment at McKeldin Square.

Others - Dan Deacon, Wye Oak, Animal Collective's Deakin - have expressed support for the protest but said they're unavailable to perform because of touring commitments.

Celebration, which put out a widely acclaimed album earlier this year, "Hello Paradise," is finishing a tour with locals Arbouretum. The band also...